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CommentFeed-in tariff cuts: No solar gain
The dramatic and sudden cut to the feed-in tariff has put the solar power industry in fear of its future, and led many to doubt the government’s commitment to the wider sustainability agenda. Vern Pitt talks to those affected by the perceived U-turns, delays and climbdowns
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New asbestos regulations: What you need to know
Asbestos regulations are changing, and to avoid being hit with a whopping fine, like M&S, it’s worth taking note. Here’s a summary of some of the main points to bear in mind
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CommentHansom: It's all relative
Positions are made clear this week, as a producer defends his august ancestor, doctors are sent to the bottom of the ladder, and a new book lifts the lid on architects’ romantic antics
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NewsConstruction begins on University of Nottingham hotel
Bam Construct has begun construction on an £18m hotel for the University of Nottingham.
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CommentCost insight: feeding the beast
For 50 years QSs have relied on the BCIS as a vital data source, but their hunger for insights into costs just keeps growing. Who can capture all that information?
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Dos and don'ts: Insurance on a major project
The latest in our dos and don’ts series guides you through insurance on a major project, from what to insure against to understanding what is not covered by a policy
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CommentSchool buildings: Could achieve great things
Schools need results and, with a new building programme on its way, the design and construction industries are the best people to deliver
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NewsCala Homes to challenge Pickles' planning refusal
Developer reignites 18-month battle with communities secretary over 2000-home development
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Inbox: Hot topic
The solar debate heats up this week as one reader explains the reasoning behind the feed-in tariff cuts, while another draws our attention to a solar energy technology being left in the shadows
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Cool roofs
Roofing solutions specialist Sarnafil has launched a single ply membrane that it says helps keep buildings cool during sunny weather
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CommentGiving up on green
Economic realities are serious impacting on the sustainability agenda - but what’s at stake in this delay?
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NewsCalatrava paid £13m for unbuilt skyscrapers
Santiago Calatrava’s Valencia scheme is unlikely ever to be built
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NewsWestfield eyes third London mega mall
Developer enters exclusive talks to redevelop Croydon shopping centre